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in dealing with suicidal Inmates, We have specific policies and procedures in glace with the goal being to reduce the potentialforsuiclde, minimize harm when attempts occur, and to minimize the number of suicide completions. The key components of the plan are as follows: Staff Training — intensive training of all medical, mental health; and correctional staff on: • Signs and symptoms to recognize • Risk Factors • Management of suicidal Inmates • Review of policies and procedures In dealing with suicidal inmates • Ongoing training and annual review of training to keep up to date Screening and Identification of High Risk Inmates • Most suicide attempts occur soon after incarceration, so proactive and thorough assessment through the Receiving and Mental Health Screens is vital and is also the cornerstone of NaphCare's proactive approach, • ,alerts in TechCare °' assist the evaluator In declsion making and notifying corrections and mental health personnel of an inmate In need of urgent services, Referral, Evaluation, Housing o Inmates at risk of suicide are quickly referred to appropriate housing and mental health services. q They will be placed on:Suicide Watch (described below) in appropriate housing located within the facility and will he monitored as clinically indicated based on their level of acuity, o once discharged from watch they remain in the mental health caseload and have regularfollow up until released from custody. « Review of Policies and Procedures a At the onset of the contract we will review current policies and procedures, work with correctional staff and tailor a program that fits the needs of the facility. All pollcles and procedures will be reviewed regularly to keep them up to date, o Staff will be trained forany changes that occur. Effective Communication Clear and consistent communication among all parties — corrections, medical, mental health, and inmates- is vital to the success of the prevention plan,. o Our CQ:I program monitors and provides feedback to ensure success of the plan; Critical Incident Review a Morbidity and Mortality Committee reviews occur both locally and at the corporate level. They analyze and review critical incidents and develop corrective actions plans when necessary. o The committee is made up of clinical, administrative, and legal personnel. o The site receives and implements the action plan and provides feedback to the corporate level. Inmate Medical Services City of Santa Ana 25H -52 REP No. 14.034 449 r